Compass No. 542 August 2019

Have you fallen in love yet? That was the question I asked the older students at the Middle / Senior College Chapel this week. I was not meaning have you fallen in love romantically with another person, rather have you fallen in love… with school yet?

The question was asked because in the Biblical Book of Proverbs, wisdom is personified as feminine, someone we can fall in love with. Proverbs 3:13-15 says; Blessed is the person who finds wisdom, the person who gains understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold. She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire can compare with her.

Our thread at the moment, engaging with learning at school, is related to this idea of loving wisdom. The relationship we have with school learning can be indicative of our relationship with learning throughout life. This is where wisdom comes in.

The great thing about wisdom from Proverbs is that ‘lady wisdom’ is woven into the fabric of the universe, available to be discovered by all who are willing to listen, learn it and put it into practice. Falling in love with this biblical view of wisdom is not just about having great knowledge and academic ability, but learning the skill of making a good life with wise choices that enable ourselves and others to flourish.

Engaging with school, engaging with our school at Pacific, is about learning God’s wisdom that effects every aspect of our life. Tapping into that divine wisdom that affects our relationships, our work, our emotions, our sense of meaning and purpose, as well as our knowing, thinking and understanding.

Have you fallen in love with wisdom yet? The good news is that none of us is quite there yet, we are all still learning throughout our lives and God’s wisdom is there, making herself available to anyone who has ears to hear, the curiosity to discover and the common sense to choose.

Pastor Tim Jarick, College Pastor

There is simply not enough space in this article to document every single event, production, activity, opportunity, subject pathway, club, experience or creative lesson that has either occurred or is offered at Pacific Lutheran College. The range of experiences provides the opportunity for all students to become engaged in a holistic education that ignites their curiosity and fuels their passion.

At Pacific, we have an intentional focus on Dr Martin Seligman’s PERMA model of enhancing wellbeing and happiness, of which ‘engagement’ is a key component. Seligman refers to ‘finding flow’ when we are fully immersed in an activity. Collectively, as an educative community, we continue to guide our young ones to assist them to find their flow and more importantly listen to their voice as they indicate what drives their learning.

Students’ grit and determination to put in their best effort last week at the Year 7-12 Athletics Carnival was clear. Perhaps what was even more evident was the house spirit and positive energy that was exhibited by all students. Thank you to Mr Brett Kersnovske, Mrs Natalie Campbell and their team for a successful day of track and field events. We wish all athletes who are selected for the District Carnival the very best.

This week, Year 8 students were exposed to a diverse array of activities as they engaged in at their Outdoor Education Experience. Navigation, hiking, canoeing, group cooking and selecting an appropriate campsite each night required students, perhaps for the first time, to tap into skills that ensured a successful outcome for the group of which they were a member. The ‘solo’ experience enabled students to spend time contemplating and engaging with their place in the world. Certainly, the chance to spend a few hours alone in nature, albeit safely supervised by staff, provided a rare and perhaps even difficult experience for teenagers who are so often engaged in digital technology. We thank all Pacific teaching and support staff, led by Head of Outdoor Education Mr Nick Tait, who gave of their time so our Year 8 students were able to experience such rich outdoor education in the Bornhoffen-Lamington Region.

Mr Ben Ryan, Director of Students

Road safety is and will always be an important issue, particularly when it relates to our children. Often in the busyness of dropping children to school and hurrying to get to work, our attention is diverted from safety to expedience.

Around the College a number of strategies are in place to help keep everyone safe. At the front of the College each morning and afternoon, ‘lollipop’ attendants’ supervise a road crossing to allow children and adults to cross safely. We ask that all families be mindful of their presence and follow their directions accordingly. Your assistance in keeping our community safe is greatly appreciated.

All Prep – Year 2 students have begun preparing for their Athletics Carnival, which will be held on Monday 2^nd September. The Carnival will start at 1.00pm and conclude by 2.45pm. Parents are most welcome at this exciting event.

The Year 5 Outdoor Education Experience will be held from Tuesday 13^th to Friday 16^th August at Bornhoffen Outdoor Education Centre in the Numinbah Valley. If you have any questions regarding this experience, please contact either your child’s teacher, the Head of Outdoor Education Mr Nick Tait or myself directly.

Signing Students In and Out

Prep – Year 5 students are to be signed out by parents from the P-5 Students area, which is located at the rear of the new Main Reception area.

Communication with Staff

Often, parents need to communicate information to their child’s teachers regarding changes of routine and exemption from participation in sport, specialist lessons or activities. Each morning parents tend to verbally advise teachers of such changes.

To avoid confusion and to ensure students are where they are meant to be, particularly at the end of the day, we ask that parents put all of these changes in writing. There are a number of ways parents can communicate with staff:

• All teachers can be contacted by email;
• Teachers in Prep – Year 2 can be contacted through their class communication books; or
• A short note can be sent with students to pass on to their teacher.

We appreciate your support in assisting teachers with this matter.

Hats

A number of students are presenting to school each day without hats. During breaks students need to wear a hat or they are required to stay out of the sun. Students should also wear their hats when travelling to and from the College. We ask parents and guardians for their assistance with this matter.

Mr David Druery, Head of Staff and Students P-5

When you consider that the teen years are a period of intense growth, not only physically but emotionally and intellectually, it's understandable that it's a time of confusion and upheaval for many families.

Teens are often energetic, thoughtful and idealistic, with a deep interest in what's fair and right. So, although it can sometimes be a period of conflict between parent and child, the teen years are also a time to help kids grow into the distinct individuals they will become. Learn more at: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/adolescence.html.

Mrs Annie Williams, College Counsellor

Blockbuster Trivia Night

The Pacific Blockbuster Trivia Night is shaping up to be bigger than Ben-Hur. Tables are selling faster than tickets to the Star Wars Trilogy or Bohemian Rhapsody. We’re now at 90% capacity, so don’t delay in booking your table. This event will sell out! 

We welcome our Games Coordinator Esta Styles who will ensure the comedy show continues throughout the evening and we’re excited to announce the musical duo Frank and Louis will be playing a set or two as well. There will be a fully stocked Blockbuster Bar and you’re invited to BYO food and table decorations. Come dressed as a character from your favourite movie for more laughs. If you're stuck for dress up ideas, here are a few tips: Go Back to the Future with Game of Thrones. Call on the Ghostbusters or Mrs Doubtfire and bring along your friends from Madagascar. It might be Mission Impossible to find an Incredibles outfit but it will be worth seeing the School of Rock.

There will also be some amazing prizes up for grabs for the trivia winners and round winners, table challenges, best-dressed themed tables and individuals as well as raffle and live auction prizes – generously donated by F45 Training, Ramanda Resort Golden Beach, Sunstate Jewellers, PLC and loads more. If your business would like to be part of the night by donating a prize, please contact: fop@pacluth.qld.edu.au.

To book…

1. Get your team together and appoint a captain. No need to worry if you don't have a full team, we can place you with others (adults, alumni and Year 11 and 12 students).

2. Click here to download the booking form. Complete the details and return via email to: fop@pacluth.qld.edu.au">fop@pacluth.qld.edu.au before tables sell out!

3. Look out for clues. The earlier you book your table, the more chances you’ll be given to gather hints.

4. The best-dressed Blockbuster-themed tables and individuals will win prizes!

Year 7-12 Athletics Carnival – BBQ Stall

FoP once again hosted the BBQ Stall at the Year 7-12 Athletics Carnival last Friday. Thank you to Allyson Sarvari for coordinating the stall along with parents Tony Johnston, Allie Morgan, Anita Edmonds and Belinda Watman.

IRONMAN 70.3 Volunteering Opportunities

Want the best seat in the house? Want to gain experience in the event industry? Pacific is volunteering with IRONMAN 70.3 on Sunday 8^th September and we are looking for parents and Middle / Senior College helpers who would like to join the Pacific / FoP volunteer team. It’s a six-hour commitment at Mooloolaba and promises to be a rewarding experience. Volunteers receive a t-shirt and a cap and will generally be helping on drink stations. Pacific will receive a donation for every volunteer we provide on the day, which will help us raise funds for the installation of more water refill stations at the College. If you would like more information or can commit to helping out, please contact Allyson Sarvari on 0402 276 988 or email: fop@pacluth.qld.edu.au.

Next Meeting

Please join us for our next meeting at 6.30pm on Tuesday 20^th August in the library.

Mrs Jenny Lee, FoP Chairperson

Libguides have been added for the following assignments this week (password in plc):

• Year 11 Psychology Unit 2 http://libguides.pacluth.qld.edu.au/home/psychology
• Year 8 Physics http://libguides.pacluth.qld.edu.au/home/8physics

Entries for the Telling Stories competition, run by Mooloolaba Rotary, are due by Monday 19^th August. Any students in Years 4-9 who are entering this competition, please get your entries in to your teacher before then.

In Library classes this week, Prep to Year 2 students explored one of the nominees for Book of the Year – ‘Rainbow Bear’ by Stephen Michael King. After reading this lovely story of a polar bear who mysteriously wakes up rainbow-coloured each morning, we made a rainbow bear by marbling paint through shaving cream and pressing our paper into it. Lots of messy, creative fun!

Ms Nell Keen, Head of Library

Last week, Year 3 students visited the Caboolture Historical Village. Following are some student accounts of the experience.

“Last Friday Year 3 went to the Caboolture Historical Village to experience what is was like in the olden days for our HASS subject. Firstly, we all lined up in front of the school and we all sang the national anthem with the principal. Mr Healy was asked to come to the front with the principal and answer questions. Since he got them wrong, he got the cane! It was very funny. Secondly, my class went to the gemstones and the volunteers gave each of us a container with sawdust and gems and we all got to have a lucky dip! When it was time to get more gems, we all lined up and opened our containers and tipped it onto the sieve to find our gems. A lady put our gems in a bag and gave it to us to keep. Then we learnt about washing in the olden days. I found it very interesting. Finally, we split up into groups and took pictures of the Village with our iPads. My group visited the church, which was actually a wedding church. We also went to the military museum and the train station, but sadly we didn’t get to go on the train. We also visited the stables and heard a very loud donkey. It was hilarious! In conclusion, I loved the excursion and thought it was very interesting.” – Zara Koebsch, Year 3A

“Last Friday, the whole of Year 3 and I visited the Caboolture Historical Village. It’s a place where you see and look at old artefacts and buildings and wonder how and why they changed. These were my top three favourite buildings:

1. My first favourite building was the jail. It was cruel, they didn’t even have a functioning toilet. We were also told they didn’t change their clothes for a week at a time!
2. My second favourite building was the school because the seats were really cool and made out of wood. You had to share a tiny spot with someone in your class.
3. Last, but not least was the car shop. There were so many different types of cars and compared to now, they were very different!

In conclusion, it was a successful trip!” – Stella Barnes, Year 3D

“Last Friday we went to the Caboolture Historical Village. It was so awesome. One of my favourite parts was the gem mining. It was so much fun sifting for gems, there were so many different types – spotty ones and green ones. It was also great visiting the laundry area. In the olden days they had to reuse the water in a small metal round tub. They also didn’t have a bath for a whole week! The Village was a lot of fun and all of us learned a lot.” – Paris Pohlner, Year 3D

Buranga

 Each year, the Sunshine Coast Independent Primary Heads’ Association (SCIPHA) provides selected, talented Year 6 students with the opportunity to attend the ‘Buranga’ extension and enrichment program. Buranga encourages like-minded students to gather over two days to participate in workshops in one of six prescribed areas. The six areas include: Music (Chorale / Voice), Visual Art, English, Mathematics, Science and Technology. Buranga was held last week and provided an exciting opportunity for our students to work with others from a range of schools and to really engage intently for two days in a special interest area.

Walk my Way

Last week, Year 6 students had the opportunity to engage in awareness raising for African refugees by completing the ‘Walk my Way’ challenge. Our students walked from the College to Currimundi Lake, pounding the pavement for three hours and walking an amazing seven kilometres! Students donated $500, which will help 20 students receive an education in a refugee camp for a year! Well done to all students who participated in this worthwhile experience.

We wish Pastor Tim and his team all the best on Sunday as they walk 25 kilometers for the Sunshine Coast Walk my Way to continue raising awareness and funds for those children in need.

Mr Stuart Pohlner, Year 6 Teacher

State Honours Ensemble Program

Last weekend, five Pacific music students (Thomas Wegener, Jada Baker, Elena Butler, Danica Cockburn and Ayrisa Jones) attended the State Honours Ensemble Program (SHEP) in Bundaberg. The program was run in conjunction with Griffith University. Students spent three days working with top conductors from around the country and had the opportunity to play with many talented musicians from around the state. It was a huge honour for these musicians to be selected to participate in this program. They also represented Pacific in the final showcase concert on Sunday afternoon. Well done!

We wish our 150+ music students well as they prepare to enter the upcoming Sunshine Coast Junior Eisteddfod. The Eisteddfod is held across four venues over 25 days throughout July and August. More than 6000 students (up to the age of 18) compete in over 150 different items ranging from solos, duets, trios, quartets, small ensembles and large ensembles.

Pacific will be represented by 17 ensembles and numerous duets, trios, quartets and solos. Our students have been practising hard to build their confidence so they are able to perform at their best. Thank you to our excellent team of music tutors who have been busy preparing and guiding the students, developing their passion for music.

Good luck also to our Pacific music students who will be performing with their community orchestras, bands and choirs.

School of Rock

Last Wednesday evening, a group of 12 students from the senior Music classes went on an excursion to revel in the delights of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s smash hit musical ‘School of Rock’ at the Lyric Theatre in Brisbane. The musical is a direct stage adaptation of the movie starring Jack Black. The students were entertained by a wonderful cast of talented child and adult musician and actors and a fabulous time was had by all.

Term 3 is definitely Open Day and Expo season. There are events on every weekend right through July and August. To check dates and see what’s on, please check our Careers Events Calendar at: https://www.pacificlutherancareers.com/?page=calendar-of-events.

QTAC Essentials for Parents

Next Tuesday 6^th August, Mrs Wanda Hayes will host a webinar for parents of Year 12 students, to explain how the university application process works. This is a great opportunity to bust some common myths and get a better understanding of what you and your Year 12 student can expect over the coming months, if they are intending to apply to university. This webinar will be broadcast live from 5.00 – 5.30pm on Tuesday 6^th August. This presentation will also be recorded and made available to interested people who are unable to attend. Please click here to register.

Griffith University has teamed up with Deakin University and Ford to find 100 new jobs for our future generation. We thought families might enjoy doing the quiz or looking through the list to find new and interesting possible pathways for the future. Try it here: https://100jobsofthefuture.com/quiz/.

Navy Careers Information Session

Date: Monday 5^th August

Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm

Location: Maroochydore Surf Club – 34-36 Alexandra Parade, Maroochydore

RSVP: defencejobsmaroochydore@dfr.com.au or online at: https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/event/VPQKH55

Management and Leadership: Defence Officers Information Session

Date: Monday 12^th August

Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm

Location: Maroochydore RSL – Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore

RSVP: defencejobsmaroochydore@dfr.com.au or online at: https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/event/56E8T4V

Army Reserve Careers Information Session

Date: Wednesday 27^th August

Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm

Location: Defence Force Recruiting Maroochydore – 37-39 Primary School Court, Maroochydore

RSVP: defencejobsmaroochydore@dfr.com.au or online at: https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/event/6VTPJDS

Women In Defence Make Your Move Event

Date: Saturday 31^st August

Time: 8.00am – 11.00am

Location: The Wharf – 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba

RSVP: wid@dfr.com.au or online at: https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/event/C2N1ZAR

Throughout Term 3 and 4, UQ will be hosting a number of subject specific experience days. These events are a great way for both students and parents to gain a greater understanding of study areas through interactive lectures, guided tours and hands on workshops with academics and current students. For information on what’s available and to register, visit: https://future-students.uq.edu.au/events.

On Saturday 17^th August, Aviation Australia is hosting the Aviation Expo in Brisbane. The largest event of its kind in Queensland, the Expo showcases the thriving aerospace industry, with a significant focus on aviation skills development, careers and employment opportunities. The Aviation Expo features dozens of exhibitors from the aviation, defence and education industries who will inspire and educate visitors about the range of interesting roles available in aviation. Tickets are available at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2019-aviation-expo-tickets-54626922596.

Airways Aviation is holding a parent / student Aviation Information session at Caloundra on Wednesday 7^th August, from 5.45pm – 6.30pm. For further information about this session, please click here.

Students who experience difficult circumstances or setbacks during their schooling can now apply for UQ's Leadership, Excellence and Diversity (LEAD) Scholarship. Each LEAD Scholarship offers financial assistance of $8000 per year for up to five years, a dedicated academic mentor, a support network through non-residential membership of a UQ college and priority access to valuable internship and career planning assistance. Applications for the LEAD Scholarship close on 15^th November 2019. Learn more at: https://law.uq.edu.au/lead-scholarship.

Mrs Wanda Hayes, Head of Career Development

Last Wednesday, five Pacific students competed at the 10-12yrs Sunshine Coast Regional Athletics Carnival at the University of the Sunshine Coast. The competition was very strong with students competing against the best athletes on the Coast from Redcliffe right up to Noosa.

Congratulations to Chloe Mitchell, Danica Cockburn, Holly Targato, Noella Finney and Kayla Sanderson who competed at the carnival. Below are their results.

Chloe Mitchell	5th, 12 girls 1500m
Danica Cockburn	5th, 12 girls high jump
	9th, 12 girls long jump
	7th, 12 girls discus
	4th, 12 girls tetrathlon
Holly Targato	9th, 10 girls discus
	12th, 10 girls shot put
Kayla Sanderson	7th, 10 girls long jump
Noella Finney	14th, 10 girls 800m

 

Mr Darren Hooper, Head of Junior Sport

We wish our 41 Sunshine Coast Marathon entrants all the best for this weekend as they participate in either the 2, 5, 10 or 21.5 kilometre events! Information regarding logistics for the day has been forwarded to participating families. A huge thank you to Mr Stuart Pohlner who leads the running club each week as they pound the pavement every Tuesday morning.

Well done to all students for their amazing efforts last Friday! Participation was exceptional in all events, which made for a very enjoyable day.

Congratulations to Mumba House for taking out first place, followed by Wira and Bula. Congratulations also to Wira House who won the Spirit Award!

Students who finished in first or second place in any event or the first four in the 100m sprint will be in the Pacific team and compete at the District Carnival later this month. These students will have received a CareMonkey letter with all the relevant information.

Team	Opposition	Score	Result	MVP
Junior Girls B	GSLC	3-11	Loss	Molly Lucas
Junior Boys B	SAAC B3	8-2	Win	Jai Britton

 

Mr Brett Kersnovske, Head of Sport

We have a new menu for Term 3, with lots of favourites and new daily specials!

• Monday: Hot Diddly Dog Day $4.50
• Tuesday: Italian Meatball Sub $5.00. Pork and veal meatballs made in house in a rich Italian sauce on a bread roll with grated tasty cheese.
• Wednesday: Special Fried Rice $5.00. Made wok fresh and served in a noodle box.
• Thursday: Chilli Con Carne and Rice $5.00. Beef mince with Mexican spices made fresh in house and served in a noodle box.
• Friday: Our Legendary Chicken and Gravy Roll $5.00. Fresh free-range chicken breast roasted in house.

We also have freshly made salads, wraps and rolls each day, so be sure to check out our daily selection. Options include Caesar Salad (with the option to add chicken), Peri Peri Chicken Salad, Asian Beef Noodle Salad, Chicken Pasta Salad, Vegetarian Brown Rice and Quinoa Chick Pea Salad and Tandoori Chicken Salad. We have fresh seasonal fruit salads, which are made fresh daily (small $3.00, large $5.00 and crunch $6.00 (with yoghurt and nut free muesli)). For the nibbler, our Mezze Platter is $4.50 and includes cheese, crackers, hummus (made in house) and seasonal vegetable sticks.

If reading about this delicious menu has tantalised your tastebuds, why not consider assisting in the tuckshop?! We would love to have your company, even if you only have an hour to spare. We love meeting the families of the children that we serve each day. If you’re interested in lending a hand, please email: tuckshop@pacluth.qld.edu.au.

Mrs Shea Moor, Tuckshop Convenor

The Uniform Shop is open from 8.00am to 9.30am every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Orders can be placed online via www.flexischools.com.au and will be delivered to your child the following day.

Mrs Peta King, Uniform Shop Convenor

Sunday Worship Times St Mark’s Church @ Pacific 9.30am Pacific Lutheran College (Entry via Red Cedar Drive, Meridan Plains) Google Maps St Mark's Lutheran @ Pacific   Are you looking for a friendly church where young people, old people, children, families and singles are appreciated, empowered and encouraged to grow as Christians? Everyone is welcome! Get in touch: Pastor Ray Morris 0429 856 532 ray.morris@lca.org.au www.stmarkslutherancaloundra.net

 

Pastor Ray, St Mark’s Lutheran Church

2                       Year 8 Camp Returns

5                       Primary Lutheran Athletics Carnival

                         P-2 Author Visit

6                       Year 3-5 Author Visit

7                       Year 6-8 Author Visit

                         Year 10-12 Drama Excursion – Brisbane

12                    Years 4-6 SCISSA Training (3.15-4.15pm)

                         Years 7-12 Schools Water Polo Begins

12-16              National Science Week

13                    Year 9 2020 Information Evening (6.00pm)

13-16              Year 5 Camp – Bornhoffen

15-16              13-19yrs District Athletics Carnival

17                    Friends of Pacific Trivia Night (6.30pm)

19                    Trimester 3 Commences

                        Years 4-6 SCISSA Training (3.15-4.15pm)

19-23              Book Week

20                    Staff and Co-Curricular Photo Day

                         Year 9 Camp Information Evening (6.00pm)

                         Friends of Pacific (6.30pm)

22                    Years 4-6 SCISSA Trial Games